Alcibiades

Meaning of Alcibiades

Alcibiades is a strong and distinctive name for baby boys. It has Greek origins and is pronounced as al-SIB-ee-uh-deez (/ælˈsɪbiːˈeɪdiz/). Alcibiades carries with it a rich historical association, as it was the name of an influential Athenian statesman and military general in ancient Greece. Known for his beauty, charm, and political ambitions, Alcibiades was a prominent figure during the Peloponnesian War. Despite his charisma, he faced controversy due to his shifting loyalties and unpredictable behavior. The name Alcibiades has a rare quality that sets it apart from common names, making it an intriguing choice for parents looking to give their son a unique and historically significant name.

Pronunciation

Greek

  • Pronunced as al-SIB-ee-uh-deez (/ælˈsɪbiːˈeɪdiz/)

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Notable People Named Alcibiades

Alcibiades Diamandi was a controversial Aromanian political figure in Greece and Axis collaborator during World War I and II, ultimately facing legal consequences for his actions.
Jean Maximilien Alcibiades Derneville DeBlanc was a lawyer, state legislator, and Confederate army colonel who founded the Knights of the White Camelia in Louisiana.
Alcibíades Colón Inoa was a Dominican Republic baseball player, born in Mao, Valverde Province.
Alcibíades Rojas McRay is a former Panamanian football player.
Alcibiades González Delvalle is a Paraguayan writer who won the Paraguayan National Prize for Literature in 2013 and became a member of the Paraguayan Academy of the Spanish Language in 2016.
Alcibiades Hidalgo - Alcibíades Hidalgo Basulto served as Raúl Castro's Chief of Staff and Deputy Foreign Minister before defecting to Miami and speaking out against the Cuban government.
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